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Middlesbrough's Traore has received mixed reviews since arriving in England. The winger possesses lightning quick feet and a real ability when it comes to taking players on, but his end product is a huge downside of his game.

For this reason, Newcastle fans are split as to whether the former Barcelona youngster would be a good addition.

The two North East clubs are at early stages of the discussions but it is expected that Traore will definitely be leaving the Riverside Stadium this summer after Middlesbrough's relegation.

Other potential newcomers

The two wingers aren't the only names to be linked with Newcastle in the last couple of days either.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Kiko Casilla, who played under Benitez during his tenure at the club, has also been mentioned as a potential new signing. Benitez is said to be keen to bring in a new goalkeeper due to the departure of Matz Sels and interest surrounding Karl Darlow.

Benfica's Samaris was at one point 'close' to moving to Newcastle earlier in the window, according to Portuguese media.

As of yet, Newcastle have only secure the permanent signature of Christian Atsu and Florian Lejeune.